Description

(3-Pyridyl)Methyl Alcohol CAS NO 744221-34-9 is a versatile pyridine derivative, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functional group, which allows for further chemical modifications to create more complex molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and metal-organic complexes used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the synthesis of functional polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Pyridyl)Methyl Alcohol
CAS No.	744221-34-9
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO
Molecular Weight	109.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinemethanol; 3-Pyridylmethanol; 3-Hydroxymethylpyridine; (Pyridin-3-yl)methanol; Nicotinyl Alcohol (related); 3-Pyridinecarbinol; 3-Pyridinylmethanol; 3-Pyridylcarbinol
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Quality Control

Our (3-Pyridyl)Methyl Alcohol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.